AM Prep Cook - Part Time

Charming Inns of Charleston; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Circa 1886 is seeking a Part-Time Morning Prep Cook for our fine dining establishment in Charleston. A background in upscale dining or catering is important, with knowledge of hors d'oeuvres and sauce making. The role requires keeping composure, accepting constructive criticism, and taking pride in ingredients and your station.

The position offers 2–3 shifts per week from 10am to 3pm, weekend work, and compensation based on experience. Culinary degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Background in fine dining or upscale catering environments preferred.
• Knowledge of hors d'oeuvres and sauce making expected.
• Must be able to remain calm, accept feedback, and take pride in ingredients and station.

Responsibilities

• Work 2–3 shifts per week between 10am–3pm.
• Weekend availability required.
• Demonstrate good knife skills.
• Demonstrate basic cooking and plating skills.
• Be detail oriented.

Skills

Hors d'Oeuvres

Sauce making

Knife skills

Basic cooking

Plating skills

Attention to detail

Education

Culinary degree (preferred)

Job description

Circa 1886 is currently searching for a Part-Time Morning Prep Cook. We are a fine dining restaurant and having a background in this environment or upscale catering work is important to this position along with a good knowledge of Hors d'Oeuvres and Sauce Making. The ideal candidate must keep a level head, be able to accept constructive criticism, love cooking and take great pride in his or her ingredients/station.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Must be able to work a minimum of 2-3 shifts per week between the hours of 10am – 3pm.
• Must be willing to work weekends.
• Must be able to demonstrate good knife skills
• Must be able to demonstrate basic cooking and plating skills
• Must be detail oriented
• Culinary degree is preferred
• Pay is commensurate with experience

Physical Requirements

• Able to stand and work continuously in confined spaces for long periods of time.
• Able to lift, bend, stoop, walk, push, and pull heavy equipment for long periods of time (50lbs or more).
• Able to perform all duties in extreme temperature ranges.
• Must possess sufficient dexterity to use all kitchen equipment.

The Charming Inns family of companies are equal opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you require assistance completing this application, please contact our Human Resources Department.

Salary: $17.00 - $21.00 per hour